1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 2009 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Volvo |
| Model | Electron | S80 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
